The storms unleashed tornadoes, heavy rains and flash flooding, leaving hundreds of thousands of customers without electricity.
AI:Severe weather systems have battered the Midwest, unleashing a wave of tornadoes, torrential rainfall, and flash flooding that has caused significant destruction. These intense storms left hundreds of thousands of residents in the dark due to widespread power outages, continuing a pattern of increasingly volatile and devastating meteorological events hitting the region.Open
The Houston-based firm was tapped to receive a $150 million federal contract to provide legal representation to unaccompanied immigrant children in federal custody.
AI:A Houston-based law firm with ties to the Trump administration has declined a $150 million no-bid federal contract intended to provide legal representation for unaccompanied migrant children currently in federal custody. This development follows recent reports of major Texas firms withdrawing from similar massive contracts aimed at representing migrant children, highlighting ongoing instability and shifts within the legal frameworks governing immigration enforcement and child welfare.Open
Dr. Jonathan Reiner said it’s “easy to see” some of the president’s medical ailments.
AI:Medical expert Dr. Jonathan Reiner has issued seven urgent questions regarding President Trump's health, suggesting that certain physical and cognitive ailments are becoming increasingly visible to the public. The demand for transparency comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of the President's stamina and well-being during his term.Open
The comic and actor also mocked the president for his secret aircraft swap last month.
AI:During a guest hosting appearance on Jimmy Kimmel, actor Anthony Anderson took aim at Donald Trump by bringing up his marriage as a blunt reminder to the President, while also mocking the recent controversy surrounding the administration's secret aircraft swap. This latest round of mockery from the late-night circuit follows a recurring pattern of leftist media figures and comedians targeting the First Lady and the President's personal life and travel logistics.Open
The secretary of state got a quick reality check on social media.
AI:Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced immediate backlash and skepticism from critics on social media after asserting that he is not for sale following recent scrutiny regarding his political stances and allegiances. This defensive move follows a pattern of rising tension between the administration's inner circle and those questioning their motivations, particularly as Rubio continues to become a focal point for both memes and intense political debate within the White House landscape.Open
Trump's handling of repairs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has put the National Park Service in a difficult spot.
AI:The National Park Service faces significant reputational risks following botched repair efforts at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool under the Trump administration's oversight. This latest controversy regarding federal monuments adds to a growing pattern of administrative tension involving large-scale renovation projects and national landmarks, as officials struggle to manage infrastructure needs amidst broader debates over historical preservation and federal management of D.C. sites.Open
Wholesale prices can offer an early look at where consumer inflation might be headed.
AI:Wholesale producer prices are showing signs of a potential slowdown, which may serve as an early indicator that consumer inflation could begin to grind lower in the coming months.Open
The Tates have remained in a federal detention center in Miami since making a brief court appearance two days after their July 18 arrest.
AI:Andrew and Tristan Tate remain in federal custody at a Miami detention center as they continue to fight extradition efforts following their arrests on July 18. Their legal battle persists as the brothers seek to challenge the proceedings while held by authorities.Open
On this special two-hour edition of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses the closing polls across the Midwest in what is starting to look like a socialist victory. Donte Mills, Meghan Hays, Mark McKinnon and Madeline Summerville weigh in. Meanwhile, the horrifying Clancy trial continues, with new disturbing details emerging. Elyse Hershon shares her perspective. Later, is the term "Republican" toxic now? Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., responds. Also, the security incident involving President Trump and Air Force One. Kellie Meyer reports the latest. Plus, what does new polling mean for the general election? Scott Tranter analyzes the numbers. Additionally, polls have closed in Wisconsin. Live election coverage as Mark Halperin and Kevin…
AI:The news coverage covers several developing stories, including unsettling new testimony in the Lindsay Clancy trial and polling data suggesting a potential socialist surge across the Midwest following recent election developments. The discussion features analysis on whether the "Republican" label is facing increased toxicity in the current political climate and examines a security incident involving Air Force One that has sparked concerns regarding threats against President Trump. Additionally, experts weigh in on the implications of new polling for the general election and debate the University of Michigan's controversial decision to eliminate letter grading.Open
